This Friday May 1st at Refuge we’re bringing together artists with a combined history of over 150 years in this music. Rare to have this much collective experience on one lineup in New York City. This is a
@sonic_groove_records event focused on a deeper, more psychedelic energy than the norm. It won’t be a linear night where everyone sounds the same. Instead,
@orlandovoornofficial ,
@damon_wild ,
@adamx_sonicgroove , and
@readetruth each bring a unique style across a diverse range of sounds.
Orlando Voorn bridged the Detroit and Amsterdam connection early on, and it’s rare to have him playing in New York City. Known for techno anthems like Fix - “Flash” and The Nighttripper - “Tone Exploitation,” those are part of a catalog spanning techno, house, and beyond, with classics that have shaped music for decades. He continues to push a soulful edge in his work.
Damon Wild is a primary architect of what is now called hypnotic techno and the force behind Synewave. A defining influence since the early 90s, Damon has a discography of techno and acid records that were staples across the scene. Through his productions and label, he helped set the blueprint for the genre’s mental evolution. Returning for his first New York City set in over 25 years, Damon brings precision and sonic depth that remains a gold standard.
Adam X, alongside his brother Frankie Bones, started the techno scene in New York City. From throwing the first raves to running Sonic Groove, the first all-techno record shop in New York City and the U.S., the techno history in NYC starts here. Though the shop closed 22 years ago, the Sonic Groove label is stronger than ever. Adam’s current sound has evolved into deep, psychedelic territory, with heavy acidic layers and mental structures.
Reade Truth has been a cornerstone of the Sonic Groove crew since the early 90s underground. He’s remained an uncompromising figure in the city, releasing on seminal labels before starting Path Records, a cult imprint with a highly sought-after catalog. Reade’s style is a deep, mental fusion of house and techno that is entirely his own.